Drawing on the pioneering research and insights from the University of Melbourne’s Graduate School of Education and leading education researcher John Hattie, the Clinical Teaching program is the only course of its kind in Australia.

This program will give you an introduction to the latest evidence-based teaching methods. You will gain skills in student assessment and observation and improve the quality of your teaching.

Course aims

Using the latest educational research, you will learn the key theories around how students learn in order for you to accurately identify and address their learning needs. You will also generate, interpret and evaluate various forms of student data to plan appropriate interventions that support student growth.

Who the course is for

This course is designed for teachers who are committed to advancing their practice in early childhood, primary and secondary school settings.

Career outcomes

The Clinical Teaching philosophy is a progressive way of thinking about education and learning that develops a new class of teacher; and an educator whose ability to evaluate data and draw upon research can make an immediate impact on the learning and development outcomes of their students.

Analyse and integrate key findings from research to understand major influences on student learning and teacher performance

Evaluate the impact of your teaching on your students’ learning and demonstrate an understanding of the ways in which theory and research inform practice.

Who you will learn from

Your online learning experience is enriched by interaction with lecturers and your fellow classmates. You can expect input and feedback from your lecturers and tutors as well as regular real-time sessions where you speak with the instructor and fellow students.

Contact student support

You can talk with a dedicated online student support consultant via the chat function at the bottom right of this page or connect through by phone. Alternatively, click on the Enquire Now tab below and fill out the form to find out about key details relating to this program, including:

Course structure

To gain the Professional Certificate in Teaching (Clinical) you must complete two 12.5 point subjects. These two subjects are taken sequentially over two terms:

Subject

Points

Compulsory subjects

Clinical Teaching and Learning

12.5

Clinical Teaching and Learning

An introduction to clinical practice in schools as a paradigm for learning and teaching. Explore the importance of data, theory and research in informing interventionist teacher practice. This will enhance your capacity to utilise individual student data in determining the student’s zone of proximal development in order to establish the starting point for teaching.

Evidence-based Practice

The major focus of this course is the exploration of research evidence that informs and supports the implementation of Clinical Teaching in classroom contexts. Participants will consider how they can use evidence-based practice to enhance the effectiveness and impact of their classroom actions and identify appropriate interventions for students, when necessary. Specifically, they will use the clinical judgement decision-making model to examine the current evidence base about what works best, what criteria can be developed to make decisions about student success, and how to select, implement, review and communicate research-supported teaching strategies that address identified student needs.

Workload

The estimated hours required for each subject is between 15 -19 hours per week, but this varies for each student and depends on your task management and planning, familiarity with the material, reading style and speed.

Entry requirements

To apply for the Professional Certificate in Teaching (Clinical), applicants are required to have:

An undergraduate degree and a fourth-year level education qualification, or equivalent

OR

A four-year education degree.

Meeting these requirements makes you eligible for selection but does not guarantee selection.

In ranking applications, the Selection Committee will consider:

Prior academic performance.

Applicants are required to satisfy the University’s English language requirements for postgraduate courses. For those applicants seeking to meet these requirements by one of the standard tests approved by the Academic Board, performance band 7 is required.

Note: Previous graduates of the Melbourne Graduate School of Education’s Master of Teaching will not be eligible for entry to this course.

Students taking the course from overseas are not required to have an international student visa.

Fees and scholarships

Course

Points

Cost

Professional Certificate in Teaching (Clinical)

25 point program

A$6,432

Course fees are the same for both domestic and international students.

Your course is equivalent in quality and accreditation to an on-campus qualification. Each subject is designed by academics, subject coordinators and learning designers to deliver an interactive and enriching experience, with regular contact from lecturers, tutors and a dedicated online Student Support team.

The fee is based on the study load that the student is taking. Fees are paid on a per subject basis each term, and total course fees are not required to be paid up-front.

The fees listed are the indicative costs for 2018. The University reviews fees annually. The indicative total course fee is based on typical subject enrolments, and includes an indexation of 5 per cent per annum.

Financial assistance and scholarships

If you are an Australian Citizen or Permanent Humanitarian Visa holder, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the Australian Government. If you meet the eligibility criteria, you may choose to defer your tuition fees through FEE-HELP. (Note that HECS-HELP (formerly HECS) only applies to Commonwealth Supported Places for a limited number of graduate courses, specified in the relevant course pages).

There are many bursaries and scholarships awarded by the University and specific faculties, based on a variety of criteria. Online students are encouraged to apply.

FEE-HELP

FEE-HELP is a loan available to eligible students in domestic fee-paying places to help pay for all or part of their tuition fees. The Commonwealth Government sets limits on how much you can borrow. FEE-HELP loans are repaid through the taxation system. No loan fee applies to loans for postgraduate studies. Detailed information about eligibility for FEE-HELP is available from the Study Assist website.

Domestic scholarships

The Melbourne Scholarships Program is one of the most generous and comprehensive in Australia – supporting approximately 3000 students at the University. The scholarships program serves to both reward outstanding academic achievement and provide access for students who might otherwise be prevented from undertaking further study. For full details of all domestic graduate scholarships, visit the Future Students website.

Further information regarding financial aid options for current students is available on the Student Services website.

International scholarships

There are no scholarships available for overseas online students from the University of Melbourne. Companies, home universities, professional organisations and charities may provide scholarships.

Upcoming terms

Apply online

It takes about 20 minutes to complete the form using the online application system.

You can save your work in progress and complete the application at a later date.

Admissions for this course are not capped per intake, so you do not need to apply for multiple intakes. If you are unsure which intake you wish to apply for, please note that you can change your application later by contacting the student support team.

To complete your application you will require:

Course code PR-TCHCLIN

Transcripts for ALL courses completed including an explanation of the grading system. Transcripts for previous studies undertaken at the University of Melbourne are not required. An academic transcript is an official record of your studies that lists all subjects you have undertaken, and all of the results that you obtained.